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Experimental music on the radio

Experimental music is a genre that defies easy categorization, as it often involves unique sounds, unconventional instruments, and unexpected combinations of musical styles. It encompasses a wide range of subgenres, including noise, avant-garde, free jazz, and electronic music, among others. One of the pioneers of experimental music was John Cage, who famously composed a piece called 4'33", which consisted of four minutes and 33 seconds of silence. Other influential artists include Karlheinz Stockhausen, Laurie Anderson, and Brian Eno.

In recent years, experimental music has continued to evolve and push the boundaries of what is considered "music." One of the most popular contemporary experimental artists is Björk, who incorporates elements of electronica, trip-hop, and avant-garde music into her work. Other notable artists in the genre include Tim Hecker, FKA Twigs, and Arca.

Due to the eclectic nature of experimental music, there is no single radio station that exclusively plays this genre. However, many college and community radio stations often include experimental music in their programming. Some examples of radio stations that regularly feature experimental music include WFMU (New Jersey), KZSU (California), and Resonance FM (UK).